extreme
Chadar Trek
9
Days
62km
Distance
3,900m
Max Altitude
very high
Fitness
Adults
Age
Best months:
JanFeb
Walk on frozen Zanskar River for 62km over 9 days at -25C.
Frozen river walkingCanyon campingNerak frozen waterfall
Warnings
⚠-25C minimum
⚠No evacuation
⚠Ice can crack
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Campsites
Tilat Sumdo
3,400mRiver cave, rocky floor, campfire area, bring own sleeping pad (essential), no facilities
Shingra Koma
3,500mNarrow gorge cave, dramatic setting, rocky floor, campfire, no facilities
Tibb Cave
3,600mLarge cave, fits multiple groups, rocky floor, campfire, no facilities
Nerak
3,900mOpen area near frozen waterfall, cave shelter, no facilities, coldest camp
Cost Estimate
Self-organized
₹10,000
With Guide
₹20,000
Full operator
₹35,000
Solo/budget NOT recommended - extreme conditions require experienced operator. Operator cost includes Leh accommodation, transport to Chilling, all camping gear (sleeping bag, pad, tent), meals, cook, guide, porter, medical kit, satellite phone, evacuation insurance. Add Rs 15000-25000 for flights to Leh.